Entries in the 'Medical Conditions' Category

The Concealed Penis Condition

Posted by PRS on September 26th, 2007

A concealed penis, also called "hidden" or "buried", refers to a normal sized penis that appears much smaller due to the fact that it is partly covered by the body. It is sometimes observed in men who were born with a congenital fat pad which tends to hide the penis. This condition can become more pronounced with age, excessive weight gain, or the shortening of penile skin due to chronic inflammation.

A Congenital Abnormality

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Risk Factors For Testicular Cancer

Posted by PRS on September 7th, 2007

The exact reason why some men develop testicular cancer is still not known. There are however a number of factors that increase the risk for the disease. A risk factor is anything that may increase a person's chance of developing a disease. It may be an activity, such as smoking, diet, family history, or many other things. Different diseases, in this case testicular cancer, have different risk factors.

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Best Practices For The Prevention Of STDs

Posted by PRS on July 10th, 2007

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also often called "sexually transmitted infections" or STIs, are infectious diseases transmitted through sexual contact. While the absolute best way to prevent contracting an STD is to abstain from any type of sexual intercourse, there are several precautionary measures you can follow to help reduce the risk of developing a sexually transmitted disease. The following practices are recommended by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

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Penis Medical Disorders

Posted by PRS on June 18th, 2007

The penis can be affected by several different disorders ranging in severity from swelling to nerve damage and impotence. Men experiencing these problems should always consult a licensed physician for proper diagnosis and treatment. Below are a few of the best known medical disorders that can affect the male sexual organ.

Penile Oedema

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Naturally Straightening A Curved Penis

Posted by PRS on March 9th, 2007

Since the penis is never perfectly straight, all men notice somewhat of a curve in it's regular shape during an erection. The extent of this curve varies from one man to the next, with most experiencing only a moderate curving.

While a small percentage of men exhibit extreme curvature which may possibly require surgery, the great majority can use non-medical techniques to naturally straighten erections.

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Male Infertility Problems

Posted by PRS on February 13th, 2007

For a couple to produce a child, both the male and the female need to be healthy. Sometimes, if more than a year passes and they are unable to conceive, fertility problems might be to blame. What many people don't realize is that fertility problems often lie with the man instead of the woman.

According to research, infertility affects around 10% of the population who are of reproductive age in the U.S. (or 6.1 million people). It is estimated that one third of all infertility cases (approximately 35%) are actually due to male infertility factors.

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